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MBP 72J

1971 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,062 mi
Last recorded55,062 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Datsun 240Z51,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBP 72J
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 55,062 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 53,199 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight play in lower steering universal joint.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 53,199 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight play in lower steering universal joint.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 51,742 miles

Oil leak

Slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 10 Jul 2014 50,722 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2012 45,936 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 39,644 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 37,926 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 35,281 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Datsun 240Z?

Based on 2,922 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 122
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 106
brake binding 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
position lamp(s) not working 51
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MBP 72J is a 1971 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 51,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Datsun 240Z fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBP 72J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 240Z typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 55 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MBP 72J registered?

MBP 72J is a 1971 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 13 January 1971.

Is MBP 72J safe to buy?

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